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Bulgarica Craft Market

Handmade products presented both to the wider public and to the Bulgarian community in Chicago. Every market is a small celebration of creativity — come and be part of it!

Comfort and Creativity at the 2025 Spring Bulgarica Craft Market

What is the Bulgarica Craft Market?

The Bulgarica Craft Market is a series of themed art and craft events that bring together artists, designers, and small brands with an audience looking for meaningful handmade products. Each edition takes place in the cozy atmosphere of Bulgarica Center in Mount Prospect, IL.

Find unique gifts for your loved ones — and for yourself!

Artisans and artists

Original jewelry, ceramics, textiles, paintings, decorations, illustrations, natural cosmetics, and more — all created with great care. Each stand reflects the style of its creator and tells a personal story through form, color, and material.

Handmade

We focus on handmade products created from natural and/or recycled materials, with special attention to detail and quality. We support artists who offer themed products tailored to each specific edition of the market.

Community and culture

The markets are a meeting place for the Bulgarian community and for everyone who values direct contact with the maker. Beyond a market, this is a space for conversations, ideas, and shared moments around art and handmade creativity.

Why visit the Bulgarica Craft Market?

You will be able to:

  • discover unique gifts for friends and family;
  • meet the makers in person and hear the stories behind their products;
  • support small independent artists and Bulgarian brands;
  • spend a relaxed, inspiring afternoon in a friendly atmosphere.

Time and venue:

Where: Bulgarica Center, 1120 S Elmhurst Rd, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
When: Periodic themed markets throughout the year (Spring, Autumn, Christmas, etc.)

Visitors to the Bazaar of Crafts Bulgarica
Comfort and Creativity at the 2025 Spring Bulgarica Craft Market

For exhibitors – a home for your creativity

The Bulgarica Craft Market is an ideal place for:
  • Authors and artisans - jewelry, ceramics, textiles, paintings, books, decorations, candles and more.
  • Small brands and online shops who want to meet their audience in person.
  • Creative studios and workshops offering custom and small-batch products.

Benefits for exhibitors

Access to an active and engaged community

Professional organization and clearly communicated terms

Promotion through Bulgarica’s communication channels

Opportunity to participate in a series of markets throughout the year

Bulgarica Craft Market

Registration form for new vendors.

     

    50+ Organised Bazaars
    100+ Exhibitors
    100% Satisfied Visitors

    News and photos from
    past events

    Smiles, colorful stands, little gifts, and friends who meet by chance — the Bulgarica Craft Market is more than a market, it is a community gathering.
    Comfort and Creativity at the 2025 Spring Bulgarica Craft Market

    Comfort and Creativity at the 2025 Spring Bulgarica Craft Market

    On April 12, 2025, Bulgarica Center was filled with spring inspiration, smiles, and colorful stands during the 2025 Spring Bulgarica Craft Market. The event once again brought together talented makers with a variety of handmade products and many guests who came to enjoy the festive atmosphere and support local artisans.

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    Christmas Craft Bazaar 2023 - Bulgarica

    Bulgarica Christmas Craft Market 2023

    We are happy to share with you selected moments from the Bulgarica Christmas Craft Market 2023 – “The Magic of Christmas”, which took place on Sunday, December 10. We would like to thank everyone who took the time to visit the market. With your purchases, you supported the small businesses of our Bulgarian vendors and made it possible for them to be part of this event.

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